Quality Lab Technician & Coupling Inspector

Vallourec - North America

Date: 8 hours ago
City: Youngstown, Ohio
Contract type: Full time
Key Responsibilities

  • Perform inspections on new gauges, couplings and Thread protectors to applicable standards and

practices.

  • Coordinate calibrations and minor repairs to all company gauges, hand tools and related inspection

Equipment In Accordance All Company And National Standard Requirements.

  • Enter / coordinate gauge calibration into gauge tracking system, maintain recall program, gauge inventory,

and related equipment and movement records.

  • Monitor the controlled conditions of the Gauge Labs and Coupling inspection and maintain all records
  • Conduct Non-Conformance (NCR) incident investigations, Quality Visits, Risk Assessments, and Internal

Audits as needed.

  • Assist during Customer, ISO, and API audits and tours as needed
  • Perform Threading and Coupling Audits & Risk assessments as required.
  • Participate in inspection, Finishing, Threading, Coupling, and SLN audits as required
  • Perform incoming Coupling Inspection using applicable Thread Gauges.
  • Perform incoming Thread Protector Inspection using applicable Inspection criteria.
  • Perform inspection/sorting as required for any non-conforming product found.
  • Develop and write new or revised calibration and inspection procedures.
  • Follow and support the Integrated Management System, all Company Rules, Specifications, Policies and

procedures.

  • Maintain safe work environment by following all policies, standard and procedures.

Experience, Skills, And Knowledge

  • Experience working in a lab or inspection environment preferred.
  • Excellent mathematical skills.
  • Strong verbal, written and analytical skills.
  • Strong ability utilizing measurement devices such as micrometers, calipers and other precision

instruments.

  • Demonstrate ability to develop and comprehend Standard Operating Procedures and work instruction

along with the ability to train others.

  • Ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to use calculator, computer (Microsoft Office, Excel & calibration software), copier and fax

machine.

  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and push/pull 75 pounds.
  • Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Required to travel back and forth between locations using company vehicle to perform routine

calibrations at set intervals.

  • Must be able to access and reference API Specifications and the Integrated Management System.
  • Able to work shifts, weekends, and holidays
  • Mechanical and Electrical aptitude

Education, Training, And Certifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Associate Tech degree (preferred)

Critical Competencies & Capabilities

  • Directability
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Accountability
  • Reliability/dependability
  • Initiative
  • Safety awareness
  • Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback
  • Pride in performance
  • Continuous Improvement/Quality
  • Communication
  • Positive responses to change
  • High attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
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